R&D Process Excellence Engineer M/F/X

With sales of €700m and 3300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

At Nemera, we are passionate about developing innovative drug delivery solutions that truly make a difference in patients' lives. To support our continued growth, we are currently looking for passionate people ready to make a difference in the following open position: R&D Process Excellence Engineer F/M/X (Development Improvement Engineer).

We are looking for a highly experienced and influential leader to take on a key role at the heart of our R&D transformation, driving continuous improvement and process excellence while shaping the way we develop tomorrow’s innovative drug delivery solutions.

This position is based in our Headquarters based in Lyon (7e) and reports to the R&D and Capabilities Director.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional working groups to define and implement continuous improvements in development processes and design methodologies.; Analyze existing development activities and tools to enhance their efficiency, usage, and overall performance.; Support project teams in the effective implementation of development processes, ensuring alignment with best practices.; Contribute to the mapping, standardization, and continuous improvement of development workflows and procedures.; Develop and maintain standards while driving improvements in development processes.; Guide teams in evolving their ways of working and adopting new methodologies, workflows, and procedures.; Design and deliver training sessions, while actively supporting change management initiatives across the organization.; Evaluate the effectiveness of process application through audits, design reviews, and performance assessments.; Participate in project reviews to provide expertise and ensure process compliance and efficiency.; Facilitate and follow up on SME-related topics to ensure knowledge sharing and alignment.; Ensure the application and enforcement of procedures related to quality, environment, health & safety, confidentiality, and good manufacturing practices.

Requirements

Degree in mechanical engineering, design engineering, or product design.; Technical background in product design and development.; 10 to 15 years of experience in detailed design and development of complex products and in leading multidisciplinary project teams.; Experience in continuous improvement within an innovation and development environment.; Knowledge of design and development for mass production products, including machinery and plastic injection.; Broad understanding of the product development process across various verticals.; Ability to understand constraints and priorities of different SMEs, and to unite teams toward optimal compromises without imposing personal views.; Capacity to maintain focus on the overall picture and objectives without getting lost in details.; Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English: able to explain concepts, lead training sessions, synthesize and rephrase ideas, and write instructions, procedures, and training materials.; Lean mindset: challenge the status quo, identify simplification opportunities, and question established habits.; Ability to work independently, lead groups, and maintain motivation without external pressure.; Leadership, persuasiveness, and effective communication.